What is glucose?

Glucose is a six-carbon molecule. Its molecular formula is C6H12O6. 

It is the main product, which is a carbohydrate or simple sugar release during the process of photosynthesis.

The reaction of photosynthesis process is commonly written as:

      6CO2     +            6H2O             SunLight       ---->       C6H12O6         +    6O2
Carbon dioxide         Water           Chlorophyll              Carbohydrates      Oxygen

                                                                                               (Glucose)

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Updated on: 21-Mar-2023

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